Heirloom Garden at the National Museum of American History,
Behring Center
Lagerstromeia
indica 'Natchez'
Family: Lythraceae
Deciduous shrub/tree
Summer blooming shrub or small tree, color of flower depends
on variety, 'Natchez' has white flowers which are attactive
to flying insects, some varieties are fragrant, height depends
on pruning practices and cultivar.
Common names: Crepe myrtle, crape myrtle, crepe flower.